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A girly weekend in Barcelona promises an unforgettable escape filled with vibrant culture and stunning architecture. Stroll through the enchanting Gothic Quarter, where charming cafes invite you to enjoy delicious tapas and refreshing sangria. Soak up the sun on Barceloneta’s beautiful beaches, then shop at the trendy boutiques along Passeig de Gràcia for chic fashion and unique souvenirs. As the sun sets, the city comes alive with nightlife options, from stylish rooftop bars to energetic dance clubs. 

So if you’ve got a girly weekend on the agenda, we’ve got the key ingredients for a perfect getaway to unwind, explore, and celebrate friendship in one of Europe’s most captivating cities!

Brunch With Your Besties

Brunch in style – we’re talking Sex and the City/Carrie Bradshaw – style, at the trendy Brunch and The City. If you fancy a trendy and themed breakfast, their delicious selection of breakfast dishes, named after the iconic characters such as ‘Breadshaw and ‘Pancakes for lovers by Samantha’, will go down a treat, and are a great way to kick start your day.

With flavours from the weird to the wonderful, they also offer a fantastic variety of fresh juices and speciality coffees to sparkling mimosas and creative cocktails, their drinks menu is just as tempting as the food. Perfect for catching up with friends and living your own Barcelona edition of the show.

Calle d’Aragó, 103

Shop ‘til You Drop

The thrill of the hunt also holds for girls and shopping. It would be almost rude to come to Barcelona with the girls and not spend at least one day running around a mall, wouldn’t it? And what’s more, despite the Catalan capital being one of the top locations in the world of fashion, it is relatively cheap compared to Europe’s trend-setting capitals, London, Paris and Berlin.

A shopping metropolis, Barcelona is swarming with enough stores to make a shopaholic hot under the collar and for even Victoria Beckham to break a sweat. First things first, make a beeline to Barcelona’s most exclusive shopping street, Passeig de Gràcia, in other words, the Fifth Avenue of the city. This wide boulevard is lined with all the major luxury brands: Gucci, Michael Kors, Chanel and Hermes, as well as upscale boutiques, and not forgetting your go-to high street stores such as Zara, Mango and H&M.

After all, shopping is retail therapy, so if you’re not willing to traipse up and down this grand avenue, one of Barcelona’s retail complexes may be better suited to you. Maremagnum, Diagonal Mar, Las Arenas, and L’illa Diagonal are amongst the many fabulous shopping centres located throughout Barcelona, where you can enjoy a top-class shopping experience. Boasting hundreds of shops, restaurants, bars, museums, cinemas and children’s playgrounds, they’ll be sure to satisfy your shopping desires and more.

Bask on The Beach

A chance to cool off in the Mediterranean Sea is a welcome way to take a break from all that sightseeing. Head to Barceloneta beach, one of the city’s most beloved beaches, thanks to its sheer beauty and lively atmosphere.

All that lounging on the beach can be thirsty work, so why not stroll over to one of the well-known chiringuitos that line the beach for a refreshing cocktail or soft drink? If you’re feeling peckish, Makamaka (Passeig de Joan de Borbó, 76) is a must and where you will find the mother of all burgers. With massive dishes under 10€, it’d be foolish not to finish a day of tanning here.

Biking in Barcelona

Biking around the city is a fantastic option for sightseeing, and what’s more, it’s also environmentally friendly. With an expanding number of fully integrated cycle lanes and plenty of open spaces and parks, namely Parc de la Ciutadella, it’s a fun and enjoyable way to discover the city. Traipsing around the city on foot can be somewhat exhausting and time-consuming, so this is a great alternative to see Barcelona’s most famous sights, including the Sagrada Familia, La Pedrera, Park Güell and Plaça Reial.

Dinner and Drinks – Now We’re Talking!

A girly weekend in Barcelona calls for a night out with good food, laughter, and cocktails, which will truly make your trip. Kick things off with dinner at restaurants like El Nacional, where you can try lots of different types of cuisine, or Tapas 24, famous for its delicious, traditional tapas. For post-dinner drinks, start with the popular Paradiso, hidden behind a pastrami shop and known for its creative cocktails. If you’re in the mood for something lively, Bobby’s Free combines a speakeasy atmosphere with fun energy, while Sky Bar offers a glamorous rooftop experience with unbeatable views of the city. 

A Sumptuous Spa Day

An overwhelming obligation for any holiday with your girlfriends is a guilt-free pamper day. Barcelona is full of tiny oases of calm where you can escape the ordinary to a sanctuary of ultimate luxury and relaxation and seek refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city. The sophisticated Yhi Wellness Spa and Metropolitan Sagrada Família are amongst the many spas in Barcelona where you can spend the day in a cocoon of pampering without breaking the bank.

Boasting a unique experience for complete wellbeing of the mind, body and spirit, the Yhi Wellness Spa offers massages and beauty treatments with 100% natural products. This place incorporates a spa with a hydro zone with hydro massage pools, hydrotherapy showers, a dry sauna and a steam room, and what’s more, a spa day here is less than 100€.

Av. de Sarrià, 50

Experience the crème de la crème of cosmopolitan luxury with the lavish Metropolitan Sagrada Família spa. Within the changing area, there is a hydro massage pool, a Turkish bath and a sauna, whilst in the public space, you can find two swimming pools, a pool with ‘thermoludic’ effects, a sauna with a TV, bi-thermal and steam showers and an ice fountain.

Carrer Provença, 404

A Sunset Boat Trip

You are in luck, as Barceloneta, Nova Icaria and many other beaches along the coastline have a variety of companies offering incredible sunset boat trips, where you can take in the stunning views with a delicious glass of cava in hand, alongside your closest girlfriends. Popular options include Vela Boat Trip Barcelona, with Boat Trip Barcelona being a true highlight. These experiences are a great way to enjoy the sea, the views, and each other’s company, often with extras like cava, tapas, or music to make your girly weekend even more memorable.

Raising A Glass at Barcelona Beach Clubs

Barcelona knows how to throw one hell of a party. Many of the beach clubs lining Barcelona’s Port Olympic are open until 6 am, so be prepared to party ‘til sunrise and enjoy an unforgettable night. Pop your heels on and dance the night away at one of the city’s best beach clubs like Opium Mar, Pacha, CDLC, Shôko and Danzatoria. Often, flyers are handed out along the strip, which offers free entry before 1 am. Drinks are notorious for being slightly expensive once inside, but with seafront terraces and amazing views of the glistening Mediterranean, they’re worth splashing out on.

Many of the beach clubs have previously welcomed international DJs, with the likes of Tiësto or Steve Aoki making an appearance. They are also known to have been the official venues for celebrating after parties for A-Listers such as Madonna, Coldplay and Lady Gaga. So make sure you dress to impress, as who knows who you could run into!

Where To Stay

Every unforgettable girly weekend needs the right place to stay. With AB Apartment Barcelona, you’ll find clean, fully equipped apartments in the city. Enjoy living areas to relax together, kitchens for late-night snacks, and balconies to soak up the sunshine. The perfect setting to make the most of your Barcelona getaway with your best friends.

So whether your perfect girly weekend means sipping cocktails in chic bars, indulging in spa treatments, dancing by the sea until sunrise, or simply lounging on the beach with your best friends, Barcelona has it all. With its mix of sunshine, style, culture, and fun, the city is the ultimate place for creating unforgettable memories together. All that’s left to do is grab your girls, pack your bags, and get ready for a weekend you’ll be talking about for years to come.